David Munroe Levis

LEVIS, David Munroe March 2, 1931 - December 23, 2018 Our beloved Father and Grandfather passed away peacefully on December 23, 2018 at the age of 87. Dave was born in Saskatchewan to Hannah Blau and Hugh Levis. Dave's family moved to Victoria, BC when Dave was three years old. He was the youngest of five children. In his early 20's, he moved from Victoria to the Lower Mainland to pursue a career in banking. He worked his way up from bank teller at the Bank of Montreal to branch manager. In 1958 Dave married Joan Gillanders and they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this summer. Although he enjoyed banking, he decided to follow his siblings to University and he graduated in 1959 with a Law degree from UBC. After practicing law for a few years in the Lower Mainland, Dave and Joan decided to embark on an adventure and moved to the northern community of Fort St. John to build a law practice and raise their family. In 1971 Dave was appointed a Provincial Court Judge in Dawson Creek and was an eminently respected Judge in the North for 30 years. Dave loved to drive and he appreciated the beautiful northern scenery and wildlife while driving to remote northeastern communities to hold Court. After retirement from the Bench, Dave's love for the law had him return to work as a lawyer with the firm Earmme & Associates in Ft. St. John. In 2009, Dave retired and he and Joan continued to reside in Dawson Creek until 2016, when they moved to Kamloops to be closer to family. Dave will be best remembered for his integrity, positivity, calm demeanour and caring nature. He was the ultimate gentleman. Dave modeled daily the values of respect for others, honesty, fairness, generosity, tolerance and the importance of a strong work ethic and sense of humour. Dave always seized the opportunity to laugh with his family and friends. Dave was a loving and proud Father and Grandfather, who could be relied on to provide support, words of encouragement and thoughtful advice. Dave is survived by his wife, Joan; sister Bernice McAllister; daughters Charlene, Jacqui Harper (Gordon), and Patti McKay (Donald); son Bob (Karen); and six grandchildren David, Matthew, Katie, Connor, Allie and Natalie. Our heartfelt thanks to the Doctors, Nurses and other healthcare professionals who provided care to Dave. Thank you to Chartwell Ridgepointe Retirement residence and We Care Home Health staff. Dave's last days were spent at Marjorie Snowden Hospice House in Kamloops, where he received exceptional care. We will be forever grateful. Thank you to Dr. Smillie for her kindness, support and care of Dave. 250-377-8225